Delicious Apple Streusel Coffee Cake with Glaze
Indulge in this delightful Apple Streusel Coffee Cake, a perfect companion for your morning coffee or afternoon tea. This cake features a moist and fluffy base made with fresh apples, complemented by a crumbly streusel topping that adds a touch of crunch and spice. Crowned with a smooth powdered sugar glaze, every bite is a balance of sweetness and warmth. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, this recipe is an elevated take on classic coffee cake, ensuring your gatherings are even more special.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (divided (3 tbsp for streusel))
baking powder
2 teaspoons (combined with flour)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
milk
1/3 cup (use whole or low-fat milk)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure vanilla preferred)
granulated sugar
1/2 cup (for the batter)
butter
1/4 cup (softened for the batter)
large apple
1 (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
powdered sugar
3 tablespoons (for streusel)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (for streusel)
chilled butter
2 tablespoons (cut into streusel)
powdered sugar
1 cup (for the glaze)
water
4 teaspoons (adjust for glaze consistency)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons of baking powder; set aside.
3
In another bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, 1/3 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
4
In a large mixing bowl, cream 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of softened butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
5
Gradually add the flour mixture and the egg mixture to the sugar-butter mixture, alternating between them. Start and finish with the flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan.
7
Take 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, and arrange the slices on top of the batter, gently pressing them in.
8
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
9
While the cake is baking, prepare the streusel topping by combining 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
10
Cut in 2 tablespoons of chilled butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
11
For the glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar with 4 teaspoons of water (or more as needed) until smooth and easy to drizzle; set aside.
12
Once the cake has baked for 20 minutes, remove it from the oven and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apples.
13
Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
14
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, drizzle the glaze over the top before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Delicious Apple Streusel Coffee Cake with Glaze.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size pan should be used?
You should use a 9-inch round cake pan.
How many apples are needed?
The recipe requires 1 large apple.
How should the apple be prepared?
The apple should be peeled, cored, and thinly sliced.
What type of flour is used?
All-purpose flour is used for this recipe.
How much flour is needed in total?
A total of 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour is used, divided between the batter and the streusel.
What kind of butter is used for the batter?
The batter uses 1/4 cup of softened butter.
What kind of butter is used for the streusel?
The streusel uses 2 tablespoons of chilled butter.
How much granulated sugar is needed?
The batter requires 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
What type of sugar is in the streusel?
The streusel uses 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar.
How much powdered sugar is needed for the glaze?
The glaze requires 1 cup of powdered sugar.
How many eggs are in the cake?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs.
What liquid is mixed with the powdered sugar for the glaze?
Water is whisked with the powdered sugar to create the glaze.
How long is the initial baking time before adding streusel?
The cake bakes for an initial 20 minutes before the streusel is added.
How long is the second baking period?
The cake bakes for an additional 15 to 18 minutes after adding the topping.
How much vanilla extract should be used?
One teaspoon of vanilla extract is required.
How much baking powder is included?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What spice is used in the streusel?
Ground cinnamon is used in the streusel topping.
What kind of milk can be used?
You can use either whole or low-fat milk.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
When should the glaze be applied?
The glaze should be drizzled over the cake once it has cooled.
How is the streusel butter mixed in?
The chilled butter is cut into the flour and sugar mixture using a fork or pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
How are the apples added to the cake?
Arrange the sliced apples on top of the batter and gently press them in.
How should the flour and egg mixtures be added to the batter?
They should be added gradually and alternately, starting and finishing with the flour mixture.
Where should the cake cool?
The cake should cool in the pan on a wire rack.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 13 ingredients in total.
What is the description of the cake's texture?
The cake features a moist and fluffy base with a crumbly, crunchy streusel topping.
What are some suggested serving times for this cake?
It is perfect for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or as a dessert.
Is the pan greased?
Yes, the 9-inch round cake pan should be greased before adding the batter.